Previews start Aug. 2 for the world-premiere production of Sara Bareilles' new musical, Waitress, at American Repertory Theater in Cambridge, MA. The production will have its official opening Aug. 19 and is scheduled to run through Sept. 27, with Broadway possible beyond.

We look back at some of the inspiring women who have been profiled in the ongoing series A Woman's World, sharing their candid thoughts on sexism, gender parity in the industry and remaining true to their craft.